Consumers transporting wood has led to various bug and disease infestations on trees. The issue has become such a problem that the USDA released a reminder to those consumers before the holiday weekend.

Linwood Furniture, struggling since March under Chapter 11 protection from creditors, asked the court to sell its assets, possibly for $3 million to a foreign wood products firm. Work for Kimball Hospitality and Bob TImberlake Inc. complicate matters.

The Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America (WMMA), the national trade association for those who make machinery, cutting tools and supplies for the woodworking industry,elected three new officers.

International Woodworking Fair new product introduction news in equipment and supplies is an indicator of wood industry recovery. New products are listed here in the Woodworking Network IWF Channel.

Wood products insurance carrier American Lumber Underwriters announced that Bob Frick will retire from his position as company president later this year.

Hardwood lumber export data for May 2012 totaled 121.4 million board feet, the highest level in 72 months and the fifth highest monthly total ever. China shipments set a record, and June may be even better.

Homag Canada is assembling a tour of innovative woodworking businesses in Europe.

Eco Building Products (OTCBB: ECOB) received $100 million in backing from a Chinese bank to fund global expansion, the treated lumber products firm announced.

Trends in kitchen cabinet colors continue to leaning towards darker, more furniture-like colors. Depending on the look required and the species of wood involved, a dye and a wipe may be the ticket.